Embalming

A.W. Lymn welcomes new trainee embalmer in Nottingham

A.W. Lymn has welcomed John Redhead as a trainee embalmer at Robin Hood House, Nottingham, after spending 22 years in…

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The mushroom coffin has landed in the UK – and it’s a big deal

The future of funerals has arrived in the UK, and it is growing – literally. At a special unveiling event…

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Greener goodbyes

As environmental awareness grows, many people are rethinking how their choices impact the planet, even in death. The funeral industry,…

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Redefining compassionate communication

As we enter Dying Matters Awareness Week 2024 (6 – 12 May), the topical focus of ‘how we talk about…

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Aquamation could be the path to other greener funeral practices

As the first alternative to burial or cremation since the Cremation Act of 1902, alkaline hydrolysis – also known as…

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Has planning ever been more important?

Picture a future where cremation is the norm. Where limousines, coffins and burials are the exception to the rule. Emerging…

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Co-op Funeralcare officially opens £2.8m care centre in Leeds

Co-op Funeralcare has revealed that it welcomed members of the community to a multi-denominational dedication service for the official opening…

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Co-op Funeralcare opens £2.8m care centre in Leeds

Co-op Funeralcare has announced the opening of a new £2.8m care centre in Leeds, which will care for loved ones…

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FD calls for further Covid research to ease pain of bereavement

London funeral director Paul McLean of Integrity Funeral Care is calling for government-backed research into the risks of Covid-19 being…

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Funeral partners adds Turners Funeral Service to its portfolio

Funeral Partners has announced it has added Turners Funeral Service to its portfolio, bringing funeral homes in Doncaster and Rotherham.…

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